US President Trump threatens Iran over blocked Hormuz Strait access

US President Donald Trump has issued a statement to Iran, warning that the US could target every power plant in the country if it does not open up the Strait of Hormuz. The threat was made during an interview with the Wall Street Journal.

The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for international oil shipments, and its closure by Iranian forces has led to increased tensions between the two countries. Trump’s comments have caused concern among oil industry experts, who say that any disruption to the strait could lead to significant price increases in the global market.

According to reports, Trump told the WSJ that he was willing to take “harder” action against Iran if it does not comply with US demands. The statement has been met with skepticism by some, who argue that such a move would have severe consequences for the global economy.

The comments come ahead of a deadline set by Trump for Iran to open up the strait. If the deadline is not met, the US has threatened to take military action against Iranian energy infrastructure.

Iran has yet to respond to Trump’s statement, but officials in Tehran have warned that any attack on its energy facilities would be met with severe consequences.

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